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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2008ESCALADE RWD V8-6.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLHYDRAULIC SYSTEMTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSDISC BRAKE SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS
2008 Cadillac Escalade RWD V8-6.2L
Disc Brake System Diagnosis
2008 Cadillac Escalade RWD V8-6.2LSECTION Disc Brake System Diagnosis
Disc Brake System Diagnosis
Test Description
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table:
9. Lubricant leaks from non-brake system components may come in contact with and contaminate brake system components.
10. Lubricant leaks from non-brake system components may come in contact with and contaminate brake system components.
12. Disc brake rotor shields/backing plates that come in contact with disc brake rotors may cause brake system noise.
15. Disc brake rotor thickness variation that exceeds the maximum acceptable level can cause brake pulsation.
19. Disc brake rotor thickness variation that exceeds the maximum acceptable level can cause brake pulsation.
22. Disc brake rotor assembled lateral runout (LRO) that exceeds the maximum acceptable level can lead to thickness variation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.